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Growing one bulb to a pot provides huge satisfaction, but planting three bulbs to a pot results in a fabulous indoor display that can be a welcome source of cut flowers, too. Top-quality bulbs sized 32 to 34 centimeters in circumference produce 2 to 3 stems per bulb. Snip off florets as they fade, and once all florets on a stem are spent, cut off the stem about two inches above the bulb. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports that permaculturist Jerome Osentowski shares his knowledge of self-heating of greenhouses, perennial polycultures and saving planet. Topics discussed include ideas of season extension and forest gardens, provide information on book "The Forest Garden Greenhouse" written by Osentowski and suggection for indoor or outdoor forest gardening.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of creating a living, growing aromatherapy garden indoors. INSET: Technical data.

The article focuses on terrariums. The author describes a terrarium as a glass enclosure that can be used to hold plants. Aside from plants, a terrarium can also be used to hold sticks, stones, seashells, seedpods, honeycomb and even deceased dragonflies. It can be in the form of a fishbowl, candy dishes, cookie or canning jars, vases, apothecary jars, aquariums, among others. Before its use, ventilate the terrarium and check whether condensation happens. Also, avoid putting them under bright sun.

The article presents information about growing hoyas, vining tropical and subtropical plants native to southern Asia, Polynesia, and Australia, as low-maintenance houseplants. It includes suggestions about caring for the species, such as planting in a soilless mix, allowing them bright, indirect light, and providing average household temperatures. It describes several varieties, including Hoya carnosa, Hoya caudata, and Hoya serpens.

The author reflects on his indoor gardening experience. He had been planting seeds inside his home for years, just to see how they will grow in an alien place. It started many years ago with a few seeds from a Texas grapefruit. He threw them in a pot with a bit of soil and waited. What they did was sprout and grow up to the ceiling. After his first citrus success, he felt encouraged to try others. He asserts that raising outdoor plants indoors is an inexpensive form of entertainment that can hold ones interest for weeks, months or years.

The article offers tips on handling house plants within a limited space. Wedging on the windowsills, plant stands and side tables, is certainly a common practice among compulsive collectors. House plant enthusiasts could also host most plants recommended for the north side in the bright but indirect light of an east or west window, and they would be grateful for the additional light. INSET: At a Glance: Littles in Every Window.

The article focuses on the benefits of container gardening. Container plants provide a dramatic focal point for any setting where plants are desired. Containers are a particularly practical and attractive gardening option in shady places. Container plants are an easy way to avoid the more extensive soil preparation.

Provides information on indoor gardening with reference to the winter season. Discussion on trailing plants; Information on the `Scaevola aemula,' the Australian fan flower; Details on the Epophyllum plant; Indepth look at the Hoya bella flower.

Tells how to grow tuberous begonias. The best flowers come from careful culture in a greenhouse. Plants of a named cultivar can be grown only from tubers from cuttings from the original plant. INSET: Growing tuberous begonias outdoors.;Timetable for begonia....

Rex begonias are reliable house plants that combine richly colored and patterned foliage with low light requirements. Types; Culture and care; Pests and diseases; Pruning and grooming. INSET: Rex begonias for beginners.;Propagation..

The article explores the issue of maintaining indoor perennial plants during the winter months. The article explains that tender perennials are plants that need special care in the winter in a garden, but are strong in native habitats. Step by step instructions are given on how to move the plants indoors in pots and what to do to care for them once they are inside.

The article tips on managing house plants. For many people, house plants have been gardening's gateway drug. In winter, when the air is dry, a spray bottle can be used to increase humidity around jungle plants, such as orchids, bromeliads, and epiphytic cacti. Misting also deters red spider mites. If humidity-lovers replaced these desert plants, the tray and rocks could be kept wet to create a moist atmosphere.

The article presents information on container gardening. The first step in container gardening is the preparation for planting. Ensure your container has adequate drainage. Fill the container with about two inches of gravel; this gives a little extra drainage and stability. Next, fill the container with container-appropriate soil. Be sure that the plants are thoroughly watered. Fill a bucket and submerge the pots until all the air bubbles disappear. The container should be filled with enough soil to accommodate the longest roots of the plant material. Finish the planting by adding a selection of textures.

Relates the history of the Log House Plants nursery in Northwest region in the U.S. Foundation of the nursery; Efforts exerted by the owner to come up with the wholesale nursery; Kinds of plants introduced by the nursery. INSET: Some Log House Plants Introductions.

Provides tips on renewing an overgrown houseplant. Reduction of size; Removal from the pot; Tips on setting the plant onto soil; Importance of firm soil and water.

The article offers suggestions for growing Moses-in-the-bulrushes or Tradescantia spathacea indoors in winter. Topics discussed include multiplication of bulrushes over the summer; heavy pots to frame the steps to the front and back doors; and dig and pot the Moses-in-the-bulrushes into three-gallon nursery pots.

Presents information on indoor gardening as a result of improvements in bulb technology. Indication that plants use a portion of the spectrum of visible light; How plants absorbs light; What plants require; Indepth look at indoor gardening.

The article talks about the author's managing space for seeding process. Topics discussed includes a subterranean space that would be the envy of her neighbors, installation of a 14-inch fluorescent light on a rack for lighting fulfillment, and placing two six-packs of cow pots filled with seed-starting soil on the shallow-rimmed baking sheets for seeding process.

The article reflects on the significance of gardening indoors. Houseplants convey simple peace, harmony and health. Underwatering causes plants to suffer and deteriorate. Healthy plants are given fertilizer once every two to three weeks during the growing season and once in winter to maintain its lushness.

Presents a list of several house plants. Magnolia; Anemone nemorosa; Borago officinalis; Clematis integrifolia; Crocus.

Answers questions on horticulture. Tips on keeping potted rosemary alive over the winter; Houseplants that are suitable for growing in a north-facing window; Ways of making potatoes form good, vigorous sprouts prior to planting.

Provides a step-by-step instructions for air-layering a houseplant. How to wound the stem; Tips in covering the cut; How to care for the plant.

Describes how to plant coleus indoors from seed for later transplanting outdoors.

The article provides information on red currant tomatoes which should be started indoors for two months before the last expected frost. It mentions that once the seedlings of this cultivar have their first set of true leaves, gardeners can transfer them to bigger pots and allow them to grow under grow lights or in a sunny window. The author suggests that it is important to plant the tomatoes deeper because additional roots can help support it through the summer season.

The article offers tips on growing and cultivating winter gladioli indoors. The plastic pots should be drilled to ensure good drainage. Pots should not be watered when leaf shoots start to appear. Plants that are repotted into fresh soil every year can be grown without supplementary feeding.

Offers several tips and facts about indoor gardening in Northeast of the U.S. List of plants that can be use in indoor gardening; Significance of gardening indoors.

Highlights the career of gardener and saleswoman Joy Logee Martin. Techniques used by Martin for approaching customers; Efforts of the gardener to expand the definition of houseplants; Advice of Martin for botanical gardeners.

Presents several ways on how to maintain house plants without constant supervision. Tips on placing house plants outdoors; Technique in maintaining house plants indoors; Materials needed.

Announces horticulturist Martin Tovah's handson seminar on the growing, propagating and designing of plants indoor. Holding of the seminar at Logee's Greenhouse in Danielson, Conn.; Schedule; Contact information.